Applications of Specialty Enzymes Are Increasing in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Industries

The applications of specialty enzymes in areas such as pharmaceuticals, therapeutics, research & development, and diagnostics are increasing steadily in recent years. With the rise in ubiquity of specialty enzymes, fulfilling a number of functions in aforementioned sectors have become possible. Specialty enzymes are proteins used in pharma, biotech & diagnostics, and act as biocatalysts to accelerate the reactions. As a result, it has become a cost-effective and eco-friendly entity in industrial and environmental products. Specialty enzymes have potential applications in drug formulation & delivery, as manufacturers in pharmaceuticals industry are inclined toward production of enzyme based pharmaceutical drug formulations that have lesser side effects. Furthermore, these are also used in the biotechnology industry for research and development, which include molecular biology techniques.

There are wide applications of the specialty enzymes, out of which, their usage in the drug formulation, protein modification, and cutting & modification of DNA in various genetic engineering techniques are vital. Therapeutic applications where these enzymes are used owing to their good degree of specificity have increased their demand in the global market. Furthermore, the specialty enzymes need to be highly purified and have high specificity when used in diagnostics for increasing the mass-scale adoption of diagnostic enzymes.

Adoption of integrated business models:
Manufacturers adopt the integrated business models and strong knowledge base to become one of the leading industry players. This approach helps them achieve quality & innovation and customer & consumer understanding. Regulatory & technical expertise and sustainability are keys for companies to increase the usage in biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Integration of business models from enzyme development, production, and application development stages allow manufacturers to determine unique and specific requirements of consumers in various industries. With the help of these insights, they are able to provide customized & value-added solutions, which in turn, enhance their business profile and strengthens their relationships with clients.

Offering Diversified Products:
The consistent efforts to bring sustainable and innovative solutions to the marketplace has become a necessity with an intense competition. Manufacturers are using various natural materials to design unique products that meet specific demands across various industry end uses. They have a diversified product portfolio to serve biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and end-user industries. The manufacturing of specialty enzymes and enzyme solutions requires specialized knowledge of enzyme fermentation. Manufacturers provide products and services to diverse end-user industries by employing experts and experienced professionals. Manufacturers work with their partners and customers to develop technologies that can fulfill their customers’ requirements, increase operational efficiency, and improve the performance of end products.

Fermentation of a vegetable to produce a healthy enzyme:
The study revealed that the vegetable commonly used in Japanese cuisine, called Gobo in Japanese and Burdock Root in English, and has a slight positive effect on colon health if eaten in raw or cooked form. It was found that Gobo needs to be consumed in unpalatable quantities for transforming the bacterial composition of the colon. In a previous research study, rats that ate Gobo after the fermentation by the fungus Aspergillus, showed positive results. There was a significant improvement in colon health of rats. The research group further studied the effect and found that fermentation process produces protease, which is a liquid full of different enzymes. These enzymes are expected to improve colon health. 

Norihisa Kato, Ph.D., Hiroshima University will present the results of this probiotic research study at the International Conference on Nutraceuticals and Nutrition Supplements in July 2016. While doctoral student, Yongshou Yang, from Hiroshima University will present the results at the International Nutrition and Diagnostic Conference in October 2016. Dr. Norihisa Kato said, “Rats that ate a diet supplemented with the protease preparation that was derived from Gobo fermented by the fungus Aspergillus had amounts of the bacterium Bifidobacterium in their colons that were several hundred times higher than rats on a non-supplemented diet. In addition to the microflora improvements, we observed a remarkable improvement of the overall luminal environment of their colons.” An adult person should eat approximately 0.1 to 0.4 gram, or 0.04 to 0.16 teaspoons every day to get an equivalent amount of the enzyme to boost colon health. Comparatively, an adult person needs to consume about 20g, or about 5 teaspoons of un-fermented Gobo every day to experience a similar effect.

Drivers and Opportunities:
The increase in applications of enzymes in therapies for chronic diseases, rise in demand for low-cost and effective therapeutics, and growth in incidences of digestive enzyme disorders are some of the key factors that drive the progress of the global specialty enzymes market. In addition, robust investments in the biotech sector and advancements in enzyme engineering & green chemistry supplements growth. Emerging regional markets create new pathways for specialty enzymes. The high prevalence rates of digestive disorders and favorable US government regulations will result in growing demand specialty enzymes in North America. 

A report published on specialty enzymes industry provides a comprehensive analysis and precise data on changing market trends. Allied Market Research has published a report, titled, “World Specialty Enzymes (Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology R&D, Diagnostics) Market—Opportunities and Forecasts, 2014–2020.” As per the report, the world specialty enzymes market is expected to reach $947.5 million by 2020, registering a CAGR of 9.4% from 2015 to 2020. The report provides an extensive analysis on top investment pockets, drivers & opportunities, SWOT analysis, detailed segmentation, and strategies formulated by prominent market players.

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